Interior design trends

by Carlo Padilla (Content Writer)

The pandemic is far from over. Health experts say the emergence of the virus’ new variants, while it’s not certain how dangerous they are, may compel workplaces worldwide to extend their work-from-home arrangements. With people continuing to shelter in place for longer periods again this year, it’s likely that they are customizing their interiors to create a balance between aesthetic and function.  With that in mind, it’s worth taking a look at the interior design trends set to be popular among consumers this year and source the hardware items essential to bring these design schemes to fruition.

Shades of brown

Designers predict that fixtures and furniture with primary shades of brown will be popular this year. In a recent Vogue article, professional design expert Athena Calderone says, “Neutrals will take a bit of a back seat in 2022 as people start to experiment with color again, but the palette will stay very close to hues you’d find in nature. We predict paint rollers will be dipped in rosy, terracotta tones, swathing rooms from wall to ceiling for a complete monochromatic moment that envelops you in its coziness.” Along with this trend, the designer also says nature-inspired surfaces and objects are expected to resurge.

Organic & idyllic

This year will also witness an emergence of organic features mixed with modern elements. Austin-based designer Nicole McCall says, “We’ve seen buyers bring in pinecones and crystals as inspiration and ask us to design their home around these items.” Meanwhile, idyllic and industrial materials will create an aesthetic that uses exposed bricks, concrete, dark metals and distressed wood elements.

Sustainability

Recycled tile company LIVDEN founders Georgie Smith and Hilary Gibbs say consumers are looking to buy products manufactured with eco-friendliness in mind. According to them, “In 2022, we predict a surge of colorful and bold sustainable materials and products that will force us to reimagine what sustainable design is and can be.”

Vinyl

JW Decoration Group’s 110501-110514 is a vinyl wall covering. It is fabric-backed, flame-retardant, anti-bacterial and offered in various colors. Length may be customized. There is a minimum order requirement of 100cm and a lead time of 10 to 12 days.

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Flame-retardant

From Star-USG Building Materials Co. Ltd, the 10225 PinPerf Climaplus SLT-6785 is a perforated acoustic ceiling tile that withstands temperatures of up to 49 C or 120 F. It is flame-retardant, comes in various sizes, has NRC, CAC and LR ratings, and features 45 percent recycled content.

A 1,000sqm minimum order is required. Lead time is 10 to 20 days.

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30 to 80% PVC

The TT-618 is a wall panel with a PVC content of 30 to 80 percent. It comes in widths of 100, 200, 250, 300 and 380mm and thicknesses of 5, 6, 7, 7.5, 8, 9 and 10mm. The surface may be hot foil-stamped, printed or laminated.

Haining Lisheng Decoration Material Co. Ltd requires a minimum order of 1,000sqm. Lead time is seven to 15 days.

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2 to 21mm-thick

Linyi Jiate Import & Export Co. Ltd’s JT-MLB-MDF-001-6994 is a melamine-laminated MDF board that measures 1,220x2,440mm and 2 to 21mm in thickness with tolerance below 0.1mm. It has moisture content of 8 to 14 percent and density of 720 to 850kg per cubic meter. This material complies with E1 or E0 standard. Wooden or plain colors are available.

A 600-sheet minimum order is required. Lead time is seven to 14 days.

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Up to 6,000mm long

The ALD-102-805 is an aluminum composite panel in standard sizes of 1,220x2,440mm and 1,250x2,440mm, and maximum width of 1,600mm and length of 6,000mm. It has 18µm polyester or 28 to 35µm Kynar 500 PVDF coating, rustproof aluminum skin, and noncombustible and nontoxic core.

Henan Jixiang Industry Co. Ltd accepts an order of at least 600m. Lead time is eight to 15 days.

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Custom thickness

The WPCD-KW003 is an interior WPC door that is water-, oil- and termite-resistant, flame-retardant, sound-insulating and formaldehyde-free. Its standard thicknesses are 1-3/8in and 1-3/4in but may be customized.

From Qingdao Eco Home Co. Ltd, this product has a minimum order requirement of 150 sets and lead time of 30 to 35 days.

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